​The Delaware Afro-American Historical and Genealogical Society is dedicated to preserving and promoting the history, genealogy, and multiculturalism of people of African descent.

The State of Delaware has a rich African-American heritage.

22 Nov 2025 :: 10:30am

Joshua Parker: The Godfather of Kent County
Syl Woolford 
Joshua Parker rose from being a body servant to wealthy and politically powerful Delawareans to receiving political appointments in Washington, D.C. and promoting the recruitment of African Americans in Dover to vote Republican. This lecture gives insight as to how African Americans participated in the political process during the 19th Century and the challenges which they faced.


Brandywine Hundred Library / ZOOM available
email  [email protected] for a link  (by Friday 21 Nov)
 

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